Certified Dental Assistant

Lakewood Family Dental Of Indianapo; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Advancement opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Lakewood Family Dental Of Indianapo is seeking a qualified Certified Dental Assistant to join our team. The role involves assisting the dentist during exams and procedures, and handling administrative tasks like scheduling, while ensuring patients have a comfortable experience.

The ideal candidate holds a CDA or RDA license and has at least two years of experience, with excellent communication and computer/data entry skills to support the practice’s high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Current licensed CDA or RDA in good standing.
• Two years of dental assistant experience preferred.
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and make them comfortable.
• Explain dental care plans to patients and answer questions.
• Record vital signs and medical history accurately.
• Prepare sterilized equipment for procedures and provide to dentist.
• Assist dentist during exams and procedures.
• Follow health, safety, and office policies.
• Schedule appointments and manage the calendar.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Data entry

Education

Associates Degree from CODA-accredited program

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Benefits/Perks

• Careers Advancement Opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and caring Certified Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Certified Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate has a current license and at least two years of experience. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical history
• Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
• Assist dentist during procedures and exams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
• Schedule appointments

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
• Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certificate or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) state licensure by the Dental Assisting National Board's (DANB)
• Previous experience as a dental assistant
• Strong computer and data entry skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care